Key Reasons For and Against

Smaller Than Average Drum Capacity

Washing machines have drum capacities of between 1.5kg and 18kg, and the average drum capacity is 7.8kg. The WAB28161GB's drum capacity of only 6kg is smaller than average when compared to most other washing machines. It is in the smallest 10% of all washing machines when ordered by this feature.

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Average Maximum Spin Speed

The WAB28161GB's maximum spin speed of 1,400 RPM is fairly standard compared to most other washing machines. It is faster than 50% of all washing machines when sorted by this feature.

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Louder Than Average Noise Level

Washing machines have noise levels of between 39dB and 86dB, and the average noise level is 58dB. The noise level of the WAB28161GB of 59dB is louder than average when compared to most other washing machines. It is in the loudest 30% of all washing machines when ranked by this feature.

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Washing Class Rating of A

This washing machine has a washing class of A, which is the most commonly found washing class on washing machines.

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Has a Foam Control System

The WAB28161GB has a foam control system, which is unusual. 74% of washing machines do not have a foam control system.

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Smaller Than Average Drum Volume

The drum volumes of washing machines range from 19L to 150L, and the average drum volume is 58L. The drum volume of the Bosch WAB28161GB of only 42L is in the smallest 12% of all washing machines when sorted by this feature.

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Value for Money

We determine value for money by calculating a quality score for each product based on its reviews, features and age, and then comparing this quality score to the product price. A washing machine with a high quality score and low price will get a good value for money score.

Value for Money of Similar Washing Machines

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Release Date

This Bosch washing machine has been on the market since September 2016.

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When Are Most New Bosch Washing Machines Released?

July to September is the most common period for new Bosch washing machines to be released in. In 2017 most new Bosch washing machines were released in September, with 22 new Bosch washing machines released that month. In July 2016 76 new Bosch washing machines were released making it the biggest month that year for new Bosch washing machine releases. The biggest month in 2015 for new Bosch washing machine releases was March, with 27 new Bosch washing machines released that month.

How Fast Do Bosch Washing Machine Prices Drop After Release?

Bosch washing machines tend to depreciate faster than most washing machines. Most washing machines drop in price by 4% in the first 6 months after release. New Bosch washing machines drop in price by an average of 6% in the first 6 months after they wer first released. If you are prepared to wait then you could save an average of £23 on a typical £411 new Bosch washing machine by waiting 6 months before buying.

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